The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Buses per day
37
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo without transferring at least once.
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Normal7:00 AM8h25Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)3:25 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal4:30 PM5h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses10:10 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal8:00 AM8h25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:25 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal8:00 AM6h10Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2:10 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal6:40 AM8h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:25 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal11:00 AM4h25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3:25 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal5:15 PM4h55Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T410:10 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$371One-way1 transfer
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Normal10:30 AM4h55Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)3:25 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
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Normal10:15 AM5h10Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T43:25 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$371One-way1 transfer
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Normal7:00 AM5h10Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)12:10 PMCiudad Rodrigo, Bus Station$281One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $37 (€30) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Live departures
Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo buses for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ Normal | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h30 | 12:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h45 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 9h25 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 5h10 | 12:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h10 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h25 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:20 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 10h50 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:20 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h05 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:15 AM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 8h55 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:15 AM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 6h10 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:15 AM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 12h25 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 5h55 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h40 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h10 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h25 | 4:25 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h40 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h10 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h40 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 5h55 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:20 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 5h50 | 7:10 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:20 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 9h20 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h40 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 3:20 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 7h20 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h10 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 5:15 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 5h25 | 10:40 PM Ciudad Rodrigo, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo
Buses from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 149 miles (240 km) distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to Ciudad RodrigoYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo with Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ciudad Rodrigo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vibasa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Monbus
- Monbus works to eliminate barriers for people with functional diversity and offers a service for passengers with their own wheelchair, which must be requested 24 hours in advance via email.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Cathedral of Santa María, a stunning 12th-century Romanesque-Gothic cathedral with intricate carvings and a beautiful cloister
- Ciudad Rodrigo Castle, a historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape
- Plaza Mayor, a lively central square surrounded by historic buildings and bustling cafes
- City Walls, well-preserved medieval walls encircling the city, perfect for a scenic walk
- Capilla de Cerralbo, a charming chapel known for its unique architecture and historical significance.
- Siega Verde Archaeological Site, an important prehistoric site with ancient rock engravings, offering guided tours to explore its history
- Explore the local cuisine at traditional Spanish restaurants, savoring regional specialties like hornazo and farinato
- Attend the annual Carnival of Ciudad Rodrigo, a vibrant festival featuring parades, costumes, and traditional music
- Visit the local markets to shop for handmade crafts and local produce
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Águeda River, taking in the natural beauty and tranquility of the area.
- Vibasa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Monbus
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's recommended to check the policies during the booking process or the company's terms and conditions.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Vibasa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Monbus
- One piece of hand luggage and one checked bag are included.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Vibasa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Monbus
- Additional or oversized luggage may incur extra charges and is subject to space availability.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vibasa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be transported in the luggage compartment.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Ciudad Rodrigo
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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